We came up at sunset to enjoy the views over the city. After numerous days of steak and wine we thought it a good idea to stretch the legs and break a sweat.The walk up would be challenging for those with not much fitness. We broke into sweat before half way up, but it was a worth the hike for the nice views over the city
We took the teleferico to Cerro san Bernado and walked back into town. The cable car ride is much like any other, and we were lucky it was not a busy day so we didn’t have to queue at all.The landscaping and set up at the top of the Cerro, 258 metres above the level of the city, was a pleasant surprise – lovely grassed areas, a small market stall area, and quite an elaborate series of waterfalls and pools to wander around. This made for a relaxing stroll around the top and some great views of the city before our descent back into town. It took us a bit over an hour to get back into the town proper along the road, but it may have taken less time on a cooler day, or by using the stiars. Recommended for a pleasant couple of hours.
interesting viewing point, where on a clear day one can see all of Salta and beyond. Give a better feel of the size of the area.
Took the tram to the top -great views, but kind of touristy at the top. A good thing to do on a clear day
We walked from the monument to the top of Cerro San Bernado. The path was mainly stairs but wide enough for people to pass each other going up and down. It is very popular with the locals who use the stairs as a form of exercise. Once we were at the top we walked around the waterfalls/water features and there was also a small handicraft market. We stopped in at the cafe and treated ourselves to a nice cold drink and an ice cream. Great views of the nearby mountains and the city. There are three options for the way down...mountain bike hire, walk or use the cable car. We chose the cable car (for 30 pesos) and the view was great.
Fantastic view. City owned exercise, craft store, cafe, water fountain and restrooms equipment on top. You can take cable car or walk up the steps if you don't want to go up the winding road.
I walked up the hill. It was stairs till the top, not very challenging. On the top you have a good view over Salta. The city is not very impressive, but its great to see the mountains at the horizon.
Visitors to Salta should take the round-trip ride on the aerial tramway to the top of Cerro San Bernardo. Adults pay 70 pesos for the round-trip ticket. The ascent (or descent) takes about 10 minutes. Once on top of the cerro, there is a large park with panoramic views of the city and surrounding area. Many people were enjoying lunch at the restaurant in the park. There are two other ways to get to the top -- climbing a stairway consisting of 1000 steps, or by car or bus on the road that goes up the hill. The Swiss-designed aerial tramway is much more exciting!
Reachable by cable car, a long walk up the stairs, or by a short 20-30 minute drive from Downtown, the Cerro de San Bernardo offers the best views of Salta! Excellent for photo taking opportunities on the way up and once on top, with beautiful paths along a terraced running stream with waterfalls, gorgeous vegetation all around, a small restaurant, and a lovely shrine to San Bernardo make this side trip one of the nicest things to do in this friendly city. at the top. Not to be missed!
After spening the previous 4 days in and out of buses, we decided to walk up the steps from Paseo Guemes (next to the Museum of Anthropology) to the top of the hill. Though not supremely challenging, it does need a bit of exertion! I think there are 1070 steps :-). It was worth it for the view though! Clear view of the city and surrounding hills and country side. And if walking up the steps is not enough for you, there is a free outdoor gym at the top! We skipped this and treated ourselves to the gondola back down to San Martin Park.